Organizational Behavior: Power and Influence in the Workplace
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What is the primary purpose of coalition formation in influencing others?

  • To create a competitive environment
  • To exclude others from decision-making
  • To establish a hierarchical structure
  • To pool resources and power to achieve a common goal (correct)
  • What is the outcome of upward appeal in influencing others?

  • It leads to a decrease in productivity
  • It reduces the influencer's authority
  • It creates a sense of mistrust among team members
  • It gives the influencer more authority over their direct report (correct)
  • What is the key characteristic of persuasion in leadership?

  • Making a rational argument without an emotional appeal
  • Forcing others to comply with a decision
  • Making an emotional appeal without a rational argument
  • Making a conscious effort to influence others' opinions and behaviors (correct)
  • What is an example of a soft tactic in influencing others?

    <p>Persuasion through a rational argument</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of creating a coalition in influencing others?

    <p>It brings people together around a common goal or project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between direct and indirect upward appeal?

    <p>Direct appeal involves formally involving superiors, while indirect appeal involves implying senior management support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of using coalition formation in leadership?

    <p>It increases the leader's power and influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of persuasive leadership?

    <p>To make a rational argument for action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a coalition tactic in influencing others?

    <p>Creating a network of supporters to extend the leader's power base</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of raising awareness of an issue through coalition formation?

    <p>It makes the issue more legitimate and important</p> Signup and view all the answers

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